Kevin Lanclos, M.D., earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia and then completed his residency at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Lanclos has served the community for nearly 20 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Lanclos enjoys cycling, hunting, backpacking and spending time with his wife and busy family of teenagers. He serves as the Medical Director for Longleaf Hospice and the Medical Advisor for Amedisys Home Health. He is an active volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America and the Willing Helper's Clinic, providing care to the indigent population of Newton County. Dr. Lanclos is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

Melissa Rienstra, M.D., earned her medical degree at Mercer University School of Medicine. She then completed a residency in internal medicine at Kennestone Hospital.Dr. Rienstra specializes in internal medicine. She offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis. Her special interests include preventative care and women's health.In her spare time, Dr. Rienstra enjoys running, riding bikes and spending time with friends and family. Dr. Rienstra is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Rienstra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Folate Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

Elisha Poynter, M.D. received her medical degree from Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, which is where she also completed her residency. From 2013 to 2016, Dr. Poynter worked in Walton County as a family medicine physician, and then went on to become a hospitalist at several hospitals throughout Georgia. She has since returned to Walton County to join Piedmont Physicians of Monroe.Dr. Poynter sees patients of all ages. She has a special interest in weight loss management.Dr. Poynter welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Poynter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.

Farhana Quasem is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Quasem is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Quasem is currently accepting new patients.

Kaylin Spell is a Nurse Practitioner in Social Circle, Georgia. Ms. Spell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. Her top area of expertise is Vitamin D Deficiency.

Tim Park, M.D., earned his medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia and then completed his residency at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Park has served the community for over 30 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Park enjoys hunting, fishing, farming and spending time with his family. He serves as the Medical Director for the Willing Helper's Clinic, providing care to the indigent population of Newton County. He is also a board member for the Piedmont Newton Hospital Authority. Dr. Park is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Tracheitis.

Haley Bruce is a nurse practitioner specializing in primary care. She earned her master of science in nursing at South University where she completed her certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner.Haley is passionate about preventative care, patient advocacy, and expanding access to healthcare in the community. Her special interests include preventative care, women's health and diabetes management.In her spare time, Haley enjoys boating, crafting with her children and family walks. She is excited to join Dr. Rienstra's care team and looks forward to working together to care for her patients and establish meaningful relationships. Ms. Bruce is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. Her top area of expertise is Vitamin D Deficiency.

Wendell Smith, M.D., attended the Medical College of Georgia where he earned his medical degree and completed his residency. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.Dr. Smith specializes in family medicine and has more than 30 years of experience as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, COPD, thyroid disease, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Smith enjoys cooking on his big green egg, gardening, fishing, listening to audio books, working at church and spending time with his grandchildren. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

Kwon Choe, M.D., earned his medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia and then completed his residency at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Choe has served the community for nearly 20 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Choe enjoys cycling, snowboarding and spending time with his young family. His grilling skills have earned him the reputation as the 'Grill Master'among his friends and family. Dr. Choe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

John Ehret, M.D., earned his medical degree at John C Edwards School of Medicine. He then attended Emory University School of Medicine where he completed a residency in internal medicine.Dr. Ehret is a board-certified physician with over 20 years of experience working in primary care. He specializes in internal medicine and offers treatment for most common medical problems such as diabetes, hypertension and hyperlipidemia.In his spare time, Dr. Ehret enjoys exercise and spending time with family.He is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Ehret is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol.

Miguel Carmona, MD, earned his medical degree from Universidad Austral Facultad de Ciencias Biomédicas in Buenos Aires, Argentina and completed his residency at Piedmont Athens Regional. Dr. Carmona has been practicing medicine for eight years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Carmona was a primary care physician at Phoebe Worth Family Medicine in Sylvester, Georgia. Dr. Carmona is board certified in Internal Medicine.In his spare time, Dr. Carmona enjoys playing tennis and soccer, reading and cooking.Dr. Carmona is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Carmona is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Meridith J. Farrow, MD was born and raised in Covington. After 13 years of practicing medicine in Florida and serving as an Assistant Professor for the University of Florida Shands Jacksonville, she returned to Covington in 2017 to join Covington Women's Health Specialists.Over the past few years, she has also taken on the role of an OB Hospitalist, whose role helps ensure that each patient is given the attention they need. Dr. Farrow's areas of interest are diagnosing female cancers, treating menopausal patients, and helping our female patients overcome sexual problems and gain sexual awareness.She is the Chief of Obstetrics at Piedmont Newton Hospital and a member of the Medical Executive Committee. She regularly travels to Haiti to provide medical care. Dr. Farrow is an adjunct Obstetrics and Gynecology faculty member for Augusta University and the University of Georgia Medical Partnership, teaching future physicians. Dr. Farrow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Preeclampsia, Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Hyperemesis Gravidarum, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Cathy Larrimore, MD earned her undergraduate degree with the highest honor in Chemistry at the Georgia Institute of Technology. She received a scholarship to study medicine from the United States Navy and earned her medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine. After an internship, she served for four years as a General Medical Officer at the Parris Island Marine Corps Training Depot in South Carolina.Dr. Larrimore completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology while serving in the Navy at the Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, Virginia, where she remained for three additional years as a faculty member. She is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.Dr. Larrimore founded Covington Women's Health Specialists in 2004 when the practice was known as Cathy T. Larrimore, MD and Associates. Since then, the practice has grown with the community she and her team serve. Her areas of interest include minimally invasive surgery, treatment of fibroids, menopausal medicine, and infertility. Dr. Larrimore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Menorrhagia, Preeclampsia, Vaginal Cysts, Intrauterine Device Insertion, and Salpingo-Oophorectomy.

Sherley C. Samuels, MD is an expert in normal and high-risk obstetrics. Her other areas of interest are minimally invasive surgery, treatment of fibroids, and infertility.In addition to providing obstetrical and gynecological services at Piedmont Newton Hospital, she performs da Vinci Robotic surgery at both Piedmont Newton Hospital and Piedmont Walton Hospital.She is also an adjunct faculty member of Obstetrics and Gynecology for Augusta University/University of Georgia Medical Partnership, teaching future physicians. Dr. Samuels is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Vaginal Cysts, Vaginal Dryness, Menorrhagia, Neuralgia, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Cindy Laing, DO, earned her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine GA campus and completed her residency in Family Medicine at Piedmont Columbus Regional. She received her undergraduate degree and master's degree in Chemistry and Biomedical Sciences, respectively, from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, FL. Dr. Laing is a member of the American Board of Family Medicine.Dr. Laing has been practicing medicine for 3 years. She is a recent graduate from Piedmont Columbus Regional Family Medicine Residency. She practices full spectrum Family Medicine from managing chronic medical conditions to women's health and pediatrics. She has a special interest in women's health and preventive medicine.In her spare time, Dr. Laing enjoys spending time with her husband and children. She enjoys traveling and reading.Dr. Laing is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Laing is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Familial Hypertension.

Donna Groover, M.D., received her medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon, Georgia. She then completed her residency at the Medical Center of Central Georgia. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.Dr. Groover specializes in family medicine and has over 20 years of experience as a primary care physician. She offers annual and sports physicals and treats all acute and chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart and lung complaints. She also offers treatment for minor sports injuries, as well as colds and flu.Dr. Groover has four children and enjoys spending time in the outdoors with her family. She is a member of both the American Academy of Family Practice and the Georgia Academy of Family Practice. Dr. Groover is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

Christy Blanchford, M.D., earned her medical degree at Dartmouth Medical School. She then attended Emory University School of Medicine where she completed a residency in internal medicine.Dr. Blanchford is a board-certified physician with over 25 years of experience working in primary care. She specializes in internal medicine and offers preventative care and treatment for adults.In her spare time, Dr. Blanchford enjoys mountain biking, spending time with family and attending science fiction/fantasy conventions.She is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Blanchford is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Sridevi Siruvella is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Monroe, Georgia. Dr. Siruvella is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Siruvella is currently accepting new patients.

Bhavin Jani is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Monroe, Georgia. Dr. Jani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy. Dr. Jani is currently accepting new patients.

Sandy specializes in family medicine as a Nurse Practitioner and has served the Walton County community for 34 years. She treats and manages both acute and chronic illnesses including diabetes; hypertension and obesity as well as providing health and wellness care. This care spans across the lifespan from infants to the geriatric population.In her spare time; Sandy enjoys cycling and body pump as well as spending time with her husband and three adult children and three grandchildren. Ms. Haupt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Vitamin D Deficiency. Her top areas of expertise are Emphysema, Opioid Induced Constipation, and Vitamin D Deficiency.